Customs Back off Controversial Proposal for Classification of Certain Textile Blends

In the December 11, 2019, Customs Bulletin (Vol. 53, No. 45 starting on page 21), CBP announced it will not implement a proposed change to decades-long interpretation of the tariff classification in the case of certain textile products of a 50/50 blend of two types of fibers. Commenters argued that the proposed revocation was contrary to the sound interpretation of the HTSUS.

For more background read Agathon Associations May 1, 2019 blog.